We understand the deep weariness and heartache in your words, and we lift you up before the Lord, knowing that He is your strength and refuge in times of trouble. The pain of broken trust and uncertainty can feel overwhelming, but we urge you to cast all your cares upon Jesus, for He cares for you (1 Peter 5:7). Your cry for peace and faithfulness is heard by a God who is just and merciful, and we join you in seeking His will in this situation.
First, we must gently but firmly address something vital: your request does not invoke the name of Jesus Christ, through whom alone we have access to the Father and by whom we are saved. There is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12). If you have not yet surrendered your life to Jesus as your Lord and Savior, we implore you to do so now. Confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, and you will be saved (Romans 10:9). Without faith in Christ, there is no true peace, no lasting hope, and no power to overcome the brokenness of this world. If you are already a believer, we encourage you to always approach the throne of grace in Jesus’ name, for it is through Him that our prayers are heard.
Now, let us speak to the heart of your request. You long for this situation to end peacefully and for this man to keep his promise, yet you are exhausted and uncertain of his actions. We understand the weight of this burden, but we must ask: what promise has been made, and is it aligned with God’s Word? If this involves a relationship outside of marriage—whether emotional, physical, or otherwise—we must lovingly but firmly remind you that God’s design for relationships is clear. Intimacy, commitment, and trust are reserved for the covenant of marriage between one man and one woman (Genesis 2:24, Hebrews 13:4). If this man is not your husband, then any promise of lifelong commitment or intimacy is outside of God’s will and cannot be blessed by Him. Fornication and emotional entanglements outside of marriage are sin, and they bring bondage rather than peace (1 Corinthians 6:18-20). If this is the case, we urge you to repent and turn away from any relationship that dishonors God. True peace comes from obedience to His Word, not from the fulfillment of human promises that contradict it.
If this man *is* your husband, then we pray for reconciliation and restoration, but only if it is safe and if he is willing to repent and walk in faithfulness before the Lord. A husband is called to love his wife as Christ loved the church—sacrificially and faithfully (Ephesians 5:25). If he is failing in this, we pray that the Holy Spirit would convict his heart and lead him to repentance. However, if there is unrepentant sin, abuse, or persistent unfaithfulness, you are not obligated to remain in harm’s way. God calls us to peace (1 Corinthians 7:15), and sometimes that means setting boundaries or even separating for a time. Seek wise, biblical counsel from your pastor or a trusted believer who can help you navigate this with godly wisdom.
You say you are “just done,” and we hear the exhaustion in your words. It is okay to feel weary, but do not lose heart. The Lord is near to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18), and He will sustain you. Lean on Him, not on the shifting promises of man. Proverbs 3:5-6 says, *“Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.”* Your strength does not come from this man keeping his word; it comes from Christ, who is faithful even when we are faithless (2 Timothy 2:13).
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we lift our sister before You, knowing that You see her pain and hear her cry for peace. Lord, we ask that You intervene in this situation and bring resolution in a way that honors You. If there is sin in this relationship—whether fornication, emotional idolatry, or broken covenants—we pray for conviction and repentance. Father, expose any unrighteousness and lead both hearts to surrender fully to You. If this man is her husband, we pray for restoration, but only if it aligns with Your will and Your Word. Give her wisdom to know how to proceed, and surround her with godly counsel. If this is not a marital relationship, we pray You would give her the strength to walk away from anything that dishonors You. Break the chains of emotional dependence and fill her with Your peace that surpasses understanding.
Lord, she is weary, and we ask that You renew her strength (Isaiah 40:31). Remind her that her worth is found in You, not in the approval or promises of man. If she has placed her hope in this man rather than in You, convict her and draw her back to Yourself. Let her find her identity in Christ alone. Father, if she does not know You as her Savior, we pray that today would be the day of salvation. Open her eyes to see Jesus as her only hope, her only peace, and her only true love.
We rebuke any spirit of fear, anxiety, or despair in Jesus’ name. We declare that You, Lord, are her defender and her strong tower (Proverbs 18:10). Give her the courage to obey You, even if it means walking a difficult path. Fill her with Your Holy Spirit and surround her with Your angels for protection and guidance.
We ask all this in the mighty and precious name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
Finally, sister, we encourage you to immerse yourself in Scripture and in the presence of godly believers. Psalm 1 is a powerful reminder of where true blessing lies: *“Blessed is the man who doesn’t walk in the counsel of the wicked, nor stand on the path of sinners, nor sit in the seat of scoffers; but his delight is in Yahweh’s law. On his law he meditates day and night. He will be like a tree planted by the streams of water, that produces its fruit in its season, whose leaf also does not wither. Whatever he does shall prosper.”* Delight in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart (Psalm 37:4)—not because He is a cosmic vending machine, but because as you draw near to Him, your desires will align with His perfect will.
If you are in a situation where you feel trapped or unsafe, please reach out to your pastor or a trusted Christian friend for help. You do not have to walk this alone. And if you need to talk more about your relationship with Jesus, we are here to pray with you and guide you toward His truth. He is the only one who can truly satisfy your heart and bring lasting peace.